Students will now start applying the skills they’ve learned thus far in the context of existing, fleshed-out scripts.
They will also have opportunities to shift from actor to director and hone such skills as collaboration, self-confidence, and problem-solving which can be used in many other areas of their lives.
The overview lays out the focus of the unit, outlines each lesson, and describes the assessment tools.
In this lesson, students are introduced to the different tasks the director and the actor take on in a scene, complete an application for which role they would like to take on, and tackle a close reading of the unit scene.
In this lesson, students will run auditions, or participate in them, for the scene, and directors will cast their scenes.
In this lesson, actors will have their lines completely memorized using a cheat sheet, and directors will complete their scene prep (props, set design, blocking).
In this lesson, students will complete four rehearsals of their scenes using Objective and Tactics Rehearsal Checklist, focusing on objective and tactics.
In this lesson, students will complete three to five rehearsals of their scenes using a rehearsal checklist, focusing on level changes.
In this lesson, students will complete three to five rehearsals of their scenes using a rehearsal checklist, focusing on voice expression changes.
In this lesson, students will complete four rehearsals of their scenes using a rehearsal checklist, focusing on movement skills (blocking, tactics, levels).
In this lesson, students will complete three to five rehearsals of their scenes using a rehearsal checklist, focusing on projection skills (voice clarity, open body).
In this lesson, students will perform their scene for assessment in front of the class. They will also complete an audience feedback sheet where they give their peers feedback on rubric skills.
TH:Cr1.1.6.a - Identify possible solutions to staging challenges in a drama/theatre work.
TH:Pr4.1.7.a - Consider various staging choices to enhance the story in a drama/theatre work.
TH:Pr4.1.7.b - Use various character objectives in a drama/theatre work.
TH:Pr4.1.HSII.a - Discover how unique choices shape believable and sustainable drama/ theatre work.
6.TH:Cr1.a - Identify possible solutions to staging challenges in a drama/theatre work.
7.TH:Pr4.a - Consider various staging choices to enhance the story in a drama/theatre work.
7.TH:Pr4.b - Use various character objectives in a drama/theatre work.
Acc.TH:Pr4.a - Discover how unique choices shape believable and sustainable drama/ theatre work.
Acc.TH:Cr2.b - Cooperate as a creative team to make interpretive choices for a drama/theatre work.
6.TH:Cr3.b - Identify effective physical and vocal traits of characters in a drama/theatre work.
TH.912.C.1.7 - Justify personal perceptions of a director's vision and/or playwright's intent.
TH.912.S.2.8 - Strengthen acting skills by engaging in theatre games and improvisations.
A.C.2.2 - Interpret scripts through formal and informal presentations.
Tennessee Theatre standards (2018) standards were built using the framework of the NCAS which is built on four key domains: Creating, Performing/Presenting/Producing, Connecting, and Responding. Within each of these domains are foundations and standards to support the development of curriculum, programs, and learning.
(source: Tennessee Department of Education, Tennessee Academic Standards for Fine Arts, Summer 2018)
Please refer to National Core Arts Standards to determine the standard that best suits your needs.
C.1.D - develop an understanding of the mechanisms of vocal production.
C.1.E - identify theatrical vocabulary and terminology, including basic anatomy of theatre spaces.
B.2.B - define characters by what they do, what they say, and what others say about them.
B.2.C - select movements and dialogue to portray a character appropriately.
B.1.B - explore preparation and warm-up techniques.
B.1.E - apply knowledge of theatrical vocabulary and terminology.
B.2.D - express thoughts and feelings using effective voice and diction.
C.5.C - offer and receive constructive criticism of peer performances.
C.5.C - offer and receive constructive criticism of peer performances.
C.2.A - employ safe, appropriate techniques to allow for physical, vocal, and emotional expression.
1 - demonstrate understanding of the purpose of stage properties
1 - demonstrate understanding of the purpose of stage scenery
communicate through use of voice and body
focus concentration on one task at a time
meet deadlines and follow through on individual and group commitments
offer and accept constructive criticism, given specific guidelines, with a desire to improve
recognize the purposes of and participate in warmup activities
share ideas confidently with others
develop the ability to initiate, organize and present a project within a given set of guidelines
develop the ability to interact effectively and constructively in a group process
develop the ability to offer and accept constructive criticism
explore and develop physical and vocal capabilities
12 - analyze a script to identify character, setting and plot
apply imaginative and creative thought to problem-solving situations
demonstrate a sense of inquiry and commitment, individually and to the group
demonstrate a sense of responsibility and commitment, individually and to the group
demonstrate the ability to considered decisions, act upon them and accept the results
demonstrate the ability to contribute effectively and constructively to the group process
extend physical and vocal capabilities
extend the ability to concentrate
sharpen observations of people, situations and the environment
Describe, interpret and respond to works of art and explore artists’ intent
Experience, document and present creative works in a variety of ways
Express, feelings, ideas, and experiences through the arts
Take creative risks to express feelings, ideas, and experiences
Describe, interpret and respond to works of art
Experience, document, choreograph, perform, and share creative works in a variety of ways
Express, feelings, ideas, and experiences through the arts
Take creative risks to express feelings, ideas, and experiences